Federal Funds Manager

Job Description

Job Description

The Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA) is the state's leading economic development organization with a streamlined mission to grow and strengthen Arizona's economy.

The ACA uses a three-pronged approach to advance the overall economy : recruit, grow, create – recruit out-of-state companies to expand their operations in Arizona; work with existing companies to grow their business in Arizona and beyond; and partner with entrepreneurs and companies large and small to create new jobs and businesses in targeted industries.

ABOUT THE ROLE :

The Federal Funds Manager serves as a subject matter expert in federal grants, executing the entire grants lifecycle, ensuring audit-ready compliance, and supporting broadband funding initiatives. Key responsibilities include portfolio management, risk assessments, stakeholder collaboration, process development, regulatory reporting, and technical assistance.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Monitor compliance with federal and state laws, Uniform Grant Guidance (UGG), ACA policies, and other regulatory requirements.
• Manage federal and state grants—specifically projects relating to the AZ State Broadband Office—by reviewing financial reports, reimbursements, and maintaining accurate records. Assist with processing invoices, reimbursement requests, budget revisions, and change forms in compliance with grant requirements.
• Build relationships, provide technical support, and facilitate subgrantee negotiations and award management.
• Conduct annual and ad hoc risk assessments, desk reviews, and corrective action processes as appropriate.
• Coordinate with accounting, procurement, and leadership teams to align financial and program data for reporting and audits.
• Develop innovative processes, standardize policies and procedures, maintain documentation templates, and participate in internal workgroups to improve grant administration.

COMPETENCY, EDUCATIONAL & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS :

HIGHLY PREFERRED SKILLS, ABILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS :